Police want to know who is shooting up vehicles along South Point Road

Friday

Oct 6, 2017 at 3:22 PMOct 6, 2017 at 3:22 PM

Staff Reports

Gaston County authorities are looking into reports of gunshots going off, in some cases damaging passing vehicles south of Belmont.

Gaston County police say they have received a number of calls and complaints about gunshots in the area of South Point Road dating back to July 28 of this year. No injuries have occurred, but several drivers have reported their vehicles being damaged by a pellet-type round while traveling through that end of the county.

Police have documented the incidents and have been working to determine who is responsible. During initial investigations, none of the drivers said they witnessed who might have been shooting in the South Point Road vicinity.

Police say they have increased patrols in the area and will continue to search for answers. They are asking anyone traveling along or near South Point Road to stay aware of any unusual activities, particularly gunshots, and report anything suspicious.

Anyone with questions should contact the police department at 704-866-3300, or Captain Johnson at 704-866-3294 or 704-747-1826.